Continued from Bobby Flay’s Grill It!

Here are some healthy grilling suggestions from Bobby Flay’s Grill It!

Lean meats cut calories Save roughly 119 calories by replacing fatty cuts of beef like rib-eye with a lean filet mignon; opting for a 4-oz. chicken breast instead of a thigh saves 75 calories. And be sure portions are no thicker than a deck of cards. (more…)

Remember Chia Pets? Turns out, an edible version of the seeds they are sprouted from, called Salba, is the world’s richest whole-food source of fiber, report researchers in Canada.

What is more, Salba seeds contain more omega-3 fatty acids than any other plant food. In fact, just 1 ounce of Salba seeds provides at least 6 grams (g) of the heart-healthy fats, along with 6 g protein and 10 g soluble fiber – more than three times the amount in a serving of oatmeal. (more…)

We know that a high-quality chocolate is very nutritious and is very good for your health. We also know that chocolate comes in all shapes and sizes, but this has to be a joke, right? I really hope it is, because the chocolate anus cannot be real, can it? (more…)

Is there such a thing as protein shakes for women? What makes a typical protein shake particularly suited for women but not for men? (more…)

Continued from Wild Game Meat.

When it comes to lean protein foods, there are many choices to choose from, but they are a bit boring, don’t you think? Why not try something different and arguably more nutritious than, say, skinless chicken breast? Try these lean sources of protein: (more…)

What to avoid if you are constipated Avoid fatty foods, although essential fatty acids (fish and flaxseed oil) support regular bowel movements. Dairy, meat, highly processed foods (especially those made with white flour and sugar), soft drinks, and alcohol are difficult to digest and offer little or no fiber.

Help with constipation: food and diet At any age, the best way to get and stay regular is eating a high-fiber, plant-based diet: brown rice, fresh fruits, leafy greens, and whole grains. Particularly useful are foods high in pectin: apples, bananas, beets, carrots, citrus, and dried legumes. (more…)

If there is one protein source that gets a bad rap, and unjustifiably so, it is pork. (more…)